Mary Anderson
It is our job to start to lead the campaigns and talks against
many issues that face our community
District: Sevenoaks
The young adults of today are the driving force for
tomorrow! It is our job to start to lead the campaigns and
talks against many issues that face our community. I believe
this is a great opportunity to start tackling these problems and
would feel privileged to be part of such a scheme. I already
contribute to my own school council and find it enjoyable and
rewardsing to help resolve concerns that are raised.
I think working on a grander scale would be even more rewarding
and provide a sense of fulfillment. Being part of a younger
community, I feel the frustrations that many others around me also
feel. Transport costs are a common aggravation that faces the
majority of our society. This is something that is continually
challenged but where there is a problem, there is always a
resolution.
I am campaigning on the following issues:
- Transport - Transport in the Sevenoaks area is highly
expensive. Currently, Sevenoaks Train station is the most
expensive for train tickets per mile in our area. I see no
reason for this and surely it should be the same across the board..
The difference in price between child and adult tickets is
extraordinary and unjustifiable for the young adults of
today. Not only the sheer cost of the train tickets should be
challenged, but also the costs of travel for sixth form
students. Education is something to be revered and
valued. Taking education to the next step is somewhat
difficult for those who simply cannot afford the travel expenses
and is an issue many face. Let's fight this battle and open
up travel for those who currently find it impossible to cope
with.
- Advertising - How many adverts on TV explain the ease and
availability of loans and gambling when presently we face an
economic climate that is crumbling before us? Loans that
charge interests into the thousands trap so many vulnerable before
they are even aware of it. These types of adverts should be
banned from our viewing or at least limited. Gambling is seen
as an addictive habit that can destroy lives. It is not a
quick and easy solution to money problems which is sometimes
conveyed on the television. Adverts for drinking are now
aired after the watershed, why aren't adverts for gambling?
It is just as addictive and has the same opportunity of destroying
lives.
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